Italy

    In Piazza della Signoria: boutique hotel in Florence Italy

    By Map & Family

    September 7, 2024

    Looking for a boutique hotel in Florence Italy that won’t…

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    Maratea Italy: a secret seaside gem in Basilicata

    By Map & Family

    March 21, 2024

    Are you looking for a little piece of paradise that…

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    Visiting Pompeii Italy: how to plan an unforgettable trip

    By Map & Family

    January 5, 2024

    Travel back to the time of the Romans at the ancient city of Pompeii, Italy, destroyed when the volcano Vesuvius erupted in AD79. Our guide includes top things to do…

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    Village of Barolo with surrounding rolling landscape. Copyright DepositPhotos

    Piedmont: a secret region of Italy you must see 2025

    By Map & Family

    August 27, 2023

    Beautiful Piedmont is one of Italy’s best kept secrets. The…

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    Procida Island: a hidden Italian gem you’ll love 2025

    By Map & Family

    July 7, 2023

    The pretty island of Procida near Naples has some of the most colorful houses in Italy, yet surprisingly it is still a hidden gem. We hopped on the Naples Procida…

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    Villa Giara review: a boutique Italian B&B you’ll love

    By Map & Family

    June 19, 2023

    Are you dreaming of a chic, comfortable country inn in…

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    Piedmont, Italy. View of rolling hills and vines. Copyright @2022 reserved to photographer via MapandFamily.com

    Truffle Hunting in Italy

    By Map & Family

    December 17, 2022

    Whether you’re a dedicated foodie or simply looking for an…

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    View of Ponte Vecchio from Uffizi. copyright©2018 mapandfamily.com

    Best Things to do in 3 Days in Florence: on a Budget

    By Map & Family

    November 13, 2018

    It’s one of the most famous and magical cities in Italy yet you can still enjoy Florence on a budget!  Here’s our guide to making the most of a 3…

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    Things to Do in Naples Italy: must-sees + day trips

    By Map & Family

    October 13, 2018

    Bustling, hustling, grimy and beautiful: Naples, Italy’s third largest city, brims with passion and energy. Neapolitan food and music are world famous but the city has many hidden treasures too. It’s…

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    Family road trip to the Italian Lakes with teens

    By Map & Family

    May 31, 2016

    An Italian summer road trip that kept parents and teens happy! Essentials included: swimming and sunbathing by the Lakes, fashion shopping in Milan and designer discount discoveries across the border…

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    Rome with Teenagers: Must-Sees and Top Things to Do

    By Map & Family

    April 19, 2016

    Planning an Italian city break to Rome with teens? Here are our tips for things to do in Rome in three days. Must-see sights from the Colosseum to the Sistine…

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    Venice to Verona Day Trip: all you need to know

    By Map & Family

    October 11, 2015

    Our favourite things to do in Verona on a day trip from Venice. From the Roman Arena to Juliet’s balcony there’s plenty to see on a walk around this beautiful…

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